Liz Imperio has established herself as a major director and choreographer in the entertainment industry, including the staging and choreography for Jennifer Lopez's "Live From Puerto Rico" concert; director/choreographer of Gloria Estefan's last 3 world concert tours; and two world tours for Madonna - "Re-invention Tour" and "Confessions" Tour.A proud Cuban-American, Liz was born and raised in Hollywood, California. Her work caught the eye of famed choreographer Kenny Ortega at the tender age of 15. Liz Became Kenny's Associate Choreographer for 6 years before breaking out on her own. Her credits make her one of the most sought after choreographers in the business, including: "The Latin Grammys (last 3 years); American Music Awards; "United We Stand" with Michael Jackson and *NSYNC" (assoc. dir.); ABC's 50th Anniversary Celebration; Disney Channel's "Gotta Kick It Up"; James L. Brook's feature film "Spanglish", CBS TV series "Dirty Dancing" and commercials for Jack In The Box, and many others.
Liz Imperio has also choreographed music videos for Cher "If I Could Turn Back Time," Myra, Gloria Estefan, Bloodhound Gang, Selena, Garcia B, B & B, and MTV Rock and Jock.
Liz Imperio has trained such young stars as Hilary Duff, America Ferrera, Myra, and Valeria. Her most touching assignment was working closely with Gloria Estefan after her major accident years ago and not only assisted with the physical therapy to help her walk again, but later choreographed Gloria's comeback concert tour.
Liz Imperio's works have been commissioned all over the United States and Europe, having worked with such dance companies as: Gus Giordano Jazz Dance in Chicago; The Houston Metropolitan Dance Theatre; K-Broadway from Japan; and numerous European companies from Italy to England. Liz Imperio is very proud to be the Artistic Director and founder of her own Los Angeles-based dance company "Instincts--Live Media Dance".
Liz has traveled around the world teaching master classes throughout Europe, Southeast Asia, Central America, Australia, and across the United States. Her ability to push dancers to their greatest potential is one of Liz's most sought out asset in the dance convention circuit. Teaching for over 16 years on West Coast Dance Explosion, Tremaine Dance, Company Dance, LA Underground just to name a few.